Ammonium Nitrate Security Act

H.R. 5140, the Ammonium Nitrate Security Act, proposes to classify detonable nitrate fertilizers as explosive materials under federal law. This change would require individuals and businesses involved in importing, manufacturing, or selling these fertilizers to obtain a federal license and follow specific storage regulations set by the Attorney General. While the bill introduces stricter oversight and penalties for unauthorized handling, it includes provisions to waive licensing fees for applicants and exempts employees from certain felony background check requirements typically required for other types of explosives.